What is the name of the highest peak of the Eastern Ghats?

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  1. Khasi
  2. Anamudi
  3. Kangchenjunga
  4. Mahendragiri

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Option 4 : Mahendragiri
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The correct answer is Mahendragiri

Key Points

  • Mahendragiri is the highest peak of the Eastern Ghats.
  • It is located in the state of Odisha.
  • The peak rises to an elevation of 1,501 meters (4,925 feet) above sea level.
  • Mahendragiri is a part of the Mahendragiri Hill Range.
  • The hill is known for its mythological significance and is mentioned in the Ramayana and Mahabharata.

Additional Information

  • The Eastern Ghats are a discontinuous range of mountains along India's eastern coast.
  • They run from the state of West Bengal in the north, through Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu to the southern tip of India.
  • The Eastern Ghats are older than the Western Ghats and are characterized by eroded and broken hills.
  • They are home to a rich variety of flora and fauna, including several endemic species.
  • Conservation efforts are ongoing to protect the unique biodiversity of the Eastern Ghats.
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